Childrens Support Worker - Secure Unit

Temporary Support Worker - Children's Secure Unit

Location: Peterborough
Pay: £18-£19 per hour
Position: Temporary / Agency
Shifts: Day shifts and Waking Nights available
Driving: Desirable but not essential

Are you an experienced Support Worker looking for a challenging role where every shift makes a real difference?

We are looking for Temporary Support Workers to join a Children's Secure Unit in Peterborough, supporting young people within an intense, structured and highly rewarding environment.

This is a role for someone who is calm under pressure, resilient, compassionate and confident working with young people who may present challenging behaviours.

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will help provide a safe, consistent and supportive environment for children and young people within a secure setting. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing day-to-day care, support and supervision.
Building positive, professional relationships with young people.
Supporting emotional wellbeing and encouraging positive behaviours.
Responding calmly and appropriately to challenging situations.
Following safeguarding, security and care procedures.
Working closely with colleagues and other professionals.
Maintaining clear and accurate records.
Supporting young people through routines, activities and daily living.
Working as part of a strong, professional team in a demanding environment.

Essential Requirements

Current restraint/physical intervention training is essential.
Previous experience working with children or young people is highly desirable.
Experience within secure, residential, behavioural or challenging environments is advantageous.
A calm, resilient and professional approach.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Enhanced DBS clearance, or willingness to undergo the required checks.A driving licence is desirable but not essential.

Why Apply?

This is an intense but genuinely rewarding setting, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people who require structure, consistency and support.

Waking night shifts are available, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for flexible temporary work.

Pay: £18-£19 per hour

If you are an experienced Support Worker with the required restraint training and are ready for a challenging but rewarding opportunity in Peterborough, we would love to hear from you.

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